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This 1950s Lesson Plan Bundle for US History students includes 5 lesson plans that cover the major social, economic, and political events of the 1950s. Perfect for history teachers looking to provide a balanced overview of the decade that shaped modern America, these lessons address key topics like the baby boom, suburban growth, the Second Red Scare, and more.

Each lesson plan is designed for a 45-50 minute class period, but can be adjusted for longer or shorter sessions. Whether you’re experienced with the content or new to teaching this era, this bundle is crafted to be ready-to-use right out of the box, offering students an engaging and educational experience.

Lessons Included in this Bundle:

• Post-WW2 Prosperity: Baby Boom, Suburbs (29 slides, 4 pages)
  • In this lesson, students explore the post-WWII economic prosperity and social changes that led to the growth of suburbs and the baby boom. They will examine the economic boom fueled by consumerism, the impact of the G.I. Bill, and the challenges posed by racial discrimination in housing and the economy.
• Post-WW2 Cold War | Harry Truman: The Truman Doctrine, NATO (25 slides, 4 pages)
  • This lesson introduces students to the early years of the Cold War, focusing on President Harry Truman’s efforts to contain communism through the Truman Doctrine and the creation of NATO. Students will analyze the geopolitical tensions that defined the period, including the Berlin Blockade, the Marshall Plan, and the formation of military alliances in Europe.
• The Korean War (30 slides, 4 pages)
  • Students will learn about the causes and consequences of the Korean War, examining the initial division of Korea and the rise of proxy wars in the Cold War context. This lesson will also cover the pivotal role of General MacArthur, the entry of China into the war, and the eventual armistice that divided the Korean peninsula at the 38th parallel.
• Dwight D. Eisenhower: Nuclear Arms Race, Sputnik (33 slides, 4 pages)
  • In this lesson, students explore the expansion of the nuclear arms race under President Eisenhower’s doctrine of massive retaliation and the development of the “nuclear triad.” They will also examine the launch of Sputnik and its impact on American society, leading to the creation of NASA and a new era of Cold War competition in space exploration.
• The Second Red Scare & McCarthyism (40 slides, 4 pages)
  • This lesson focuses on the Second Red Scare, a period of intense anticommunist hysteria led by Senator Joseph McCarthy, and the resulting violations of civil liberties. Students will explore the major events and figures of McCarthyism, including the Hollywood Ten, the Rosenberg trial, and the Army-McCarthy hearings, and analyze the impacts of these events on American society in the 1950s.

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Slides/Pages: 177 total (157 slides, 20 pages)

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Each Lesson Plan Includes:

• PowerPoint Presentation: Ready-to-use, visually engaging slides.
• Guided Notes: Student-friendly fill-in-the-blank notes to accompany the lessons.
• Multiple Choice Quizzes: 6-question quizzes to assess understanding.
• Teacher Answer Keys: Easy-to-reference answer keys for both guided notes and quizzes.

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Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• Great value: By purchasing this bundle, you save over 30% compared to buying each lesson individually.
• Extremely content-rich: Offers in-depth coverage of many major events and topics spanning multiple days of instruction.
• Perfect for any teacher: Ready-to-use materials ideal for both experienced teachers and substitutes.
• Ideal for virtual classrooms: Fully adaptable to online teaching platforms with minimal preparation needed.
• Time-saving: All resources are packaged together, allowing for flexible teaching with minimal prep work.

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